The CVMP consults its working parties on scientific issues relating to their particular field of expertise, and delegates certain tasks to them associated with the scientific evaluation of marketing authorisation applications or drafting and revision of scientific guidance documents.

Scientific advisory groups

The CVMP establishes scientific advisory groups to provide advice in connection with the evaluation of specific types of medicines or treatments. They consist of European experts selected according to the particular expertise required on the basis of nominations from the CVMP or the Agency.

Other CVMP-associated groups

The CVMP also establishesother groups toprovide expertise. The CVMP consults these groups and delegates to them certain tasks associated with marketing authorisations, applications, and the drafting and revision of guidance documents.